MCC Adds 67 New MBBS Seats to Round 3 Counselling, Extends Choice Filling Deadline
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has added 67 new MBBS seats to the NEET UG 2025 Round 3 matrix following updates from ESIC Medical College, Joka, and Vels Medical College & Hospital. Consequently, the choice filling and locking window has been extended until the morning of October 10, 2025, providing a final chance for medical aspirants to update their preferences. Visit: https://mcc.nic.in/
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), under the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), has announced a significant boost in the availability of MBBS seats for the ongoing NEET UG Round 3 counselling for the academic year 2025. A total of 67 new seats have been incorporated into the seat matrix, compelling the MCC to extend the choice filling window to allow medical aspirants to modify their preferences.
This last-minute addition stems from updates received from two institutions: ESIC Medical College, Joka (Kolkata), and Vels Medical College & Hospital, Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu.
Breakdown of New Seat Additions
The 67 newly added seats are distributed across different quotas and categories, providing varied opportunities for candidates:
| Institute | Quota Type | Number of Seats Added | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESIC Medical College, Joka, Kolkata | All India Quota (AIQ) | 4 seats | UR: 1, SC: 1, OBC: 1, EWS: 1 |
| ESIC Medical College, Joka, Kolkata | ESIC Quota | 13 seats | UR: 5, OBC: 3, EWS: 2, SC: 2, ST: 1 |
| Vels Medical College & Hospital, Tamil Nadu | Deemed/Paid Quota | 42 seats | Added to the Deemed University quota |
| Vels Medical College & Hospital, Tamil Nadu | NRI Quota | 8 seats | Added to the Deemed University quota |
| TOTAL | 67 seats |
The inclusion of 50 seats from Vels Medical College & Hospital under the Deemed University category is a substantial addition for candidates looking at private institution options. The 17 seats at ESIC Medical College are vital for those eligible under the All India Quota and the reserved ESIC Quota.
Extended Choice Filling Deadline
Due to the introduction of these new seats, the MCC has revised the schedule for the third round. Candidates must take immediate action to incorporate these new vacancies into their college preference list:
- The Choice Filling window has been extended until TODAY, October 10, 2025, at 8:00 AM.
- The Choice Locking facility was activated last evening and closed simultaneously with the choice filling window this morning.
Aspirants who participated in previous rounds, especially those still seeking allotment, must ensure they have included these new seats in their choices to maximize their chances of securing an MBBS seat.
Revised Round 3 Schedule
The overall revised schedule for Round 3 confirms the final steps of this phase:
| Event | All India Quota/Deemed/Central Universities |
|---|---|
| Choice Filling/Locking | Extended until October 10, 2025, 8:00 AM |
| Processing of Seat Allotment | October 10 to 11, 2025 |
| Result | October 11, 2025 |
| Reporting/Joining | October 13 to October 21, 2025 |
Following the completion of this round, the MCC schedule includes an Online Stray Vacancy Round, which will commence on October 24, 2025, providing one last opportunity for admissions.
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